How many people died in American slavery?

Estimates of the number of people who died due to American slavery vary widely, but a common figure suggests that around 1 to 2 million enslaved individuals may have died as a result of harsh conditions, violence, and disease during the transatlantic slave trade and throughout the slavery era in the United States. This figure includes those who died during the Middle Passage, as well as those who perished due to the brutal conditions of slavery itself. However, precise numbers are difficult to ascertain due to the lack of comprehensive records.